Where Traitors is filmed in the UK

In true The Traitors style, arrange yourselves in an orderly line! Ranking from those most likely to visit Scotland in the upcoming year to those least likely. If you find yourself in the lower half, it’s time to rethink your plans! There are countless reasons to make the journey!

You might be wondering where Traitors is filmed in the UK. When you discover that it is here in the Scottish Highlands, you are sure to want to visit this stunning countryside! If you are a fan of Traitors, then you will already be familiar with our green mountains and deep lochs nearby. Shown in Scotland on the BBC and on Peacock in the USA. Ness Walk in Inverness offers a perfect luxurious location. Base your holidays with us so that you can live the life of a traitor yourself…

Where is Traitors filmed in Scotland?

Traitors is filmed at the stunning Ardross Castle here in the Scottish Highlands. Just 42 minutes from Ness Walk Hotel, the top 5-star of hotels in Inverness. This is a beautiful 19th century location, but it is unfortunately not accessible to the public to visit. This is why a stay at the Ness Walk will put you in the heart of the action. And our luxury Highlands hotel is nearby so many things to do near Inverness.

Scotland is well-known for its castles. Some nearby Ness Walk Hotel that you can visit include:

Urquhart Castle on the shores of Loch Ness.
Cawdor Castle 32 minutes from our Inverness hotel in Nairnshire.
Kilcoy Castle 21 minutes away at Muir of Ord.
Brodie Castle 48 minutes away in Moray.

Many of the tasks which take place on Traitors show off our country to great effect. Here are some ideas for you to try when you visit.

Land Rover adventures

The players often end up in a Land Rover to get around the Scottish Highlands. So why don’t you do the same? Land Rover hire is available from many companies, including Nomadic Scotland. Explore Scotland with four wheels and feel the ground beneath your tyres!

Water fun

Many Traitors tasks take place on water. And there’s no better place than to enjoy wet fun than on the world-famous Loch Ness. Take a ride on the loch in a high-speed Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB)… Feel the wind rip through your hair! Alternatively, more genteel boating options are available to enjoy this stunning loch. Just watch out that there isn’t a traitor lurking in the depths! Perhaps a long one with flippers and a rather murky history… Loch Ness is just a short drive from our 5-star hotel in Inverness. And we can organise a private tour for you, including Loch Ness Cruises. Or book our private chauffeurs for your Highland adventures.

Bell ringing

Ringing bells was a nail-biting task in the first series. What better way to relive this than under the harmonious chimes of Inverness Cathedral? Bells here are rung on Sunday mornings and practice on Thursday evenings 7.30pm to 9.00pm. You can find out more about the cathedral bellringers here. Inverness Cathedral is a pleasant and short 10-minute walk away from Ness Walk on the banks of the River Ness.

Everyone’s at war

You can trust nobody in this game – it’s a battle that lasts weeks. And if that interests you, then a visit to the Highlanders museum will certainly be up your street. Just 32 minutes away at Fort George, this is the largest collection of military artefacts outside of Edinburgh. Highlighting the history of the Highland Regiments and including an array of military artefacts and archive material. This is also a super location for dolphin spotting from the tops of the rampart walls.

Spooky adventures

Players have had to undertake perilous tasks in graveyards. And nearby Inverness, there is a burial ground that wouldn’t be out of place in a fiction novel. 33 minutes from Ness Walk Hotel on the wild south shores of Loch Ness is Boleskine Burial Grounds . Not only does it have links to one of Scotland’s most notorious wizards! It also has tangible links to soldiers from the time of Culloden. This is a place definitely worth a visit (during the day to be safe!). After dark, come back and challenge your taste buds to a whisky tasting!

Scottish farm life

Contestants have previously had to interact with Scottish farm life – not something that came easily to them all! So take the easy route and visit Farm Ness. Here you can enjoy a fun day packed with farm experiences and plenty of animals to say hello to.

Over a barrel

Remember the episode where players had to roll barrels across the Scottish countryside? Well believe it or not, you can enjoy the countryside without rolling a barrel! And to be honest, this is our preferred option when it comes to enjoying Scottish scenery. Scotland is an accessible country by foot. And so long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, most of the country is available to wander through.

When is the next season?

Season 4 will air on New Year’s Day 2026 with a lineup of 22 players! Contestants are to be revealed, but we know they will be individuals from across the UK who were selected in the first half of 2025. They descended on Ardross Castle in the summer of 2025 when the series was filmed! And, a grand prize of up to £120,000 is up for grabs! The first three series are available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

Where do the Traitors cast stay?

The Traitors is filmed at Ardross Castle – a short journey from Inverness. As such, contestants and crew stay in the city during filming, although the location is kept under wraps.

Enjoy the scenery of the Scottish Highlands

So now you know where Traitors is filmed in the UK! Time to start planning a great visit to Inverness and the Scottish Highlands. Book your stay at Ness Walk today for a luxurious stay in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Why not make it a long weekend with our linger longer Sunday night special? Or book with the seasons with our seasonal hotel deals in Scotland.